Secret exposed

Ronnie's point of view:

As we rode back to the hotel in the backseat of our parents' car, I couldn't help but notice Derek gritting his teeth and lost in his thoughts.

We had just finished having lunch at the restaurant. I had a sure feeling there was clearly something on Derek's mind.

I wondered what had transpired between him and Jean outside the restaurant.

They had spoken alone for a few minutes, and I had a feeling that it wasn't just small talk.

I looked over at Derek, trying to read his expression, but he remained silent.

When we arrived at the hotel, we all retired to our suite.

Derek and I took the elevator up in silence.

We walked into the hallway and stood at our doors opposite each other.

Just as Derek was about to enter his suite, I blurted out, "Come in my room. Let's talk."

Derek followed me into my suite, and I shut the door behind us. I could tell he was hesitant to talk, but I needed to know what was going on.

"So, what did you and Jean talk about outside the